After the latest government announcements, the heritage railway sector starts to wake up again after nearly four months of closures.
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Tag: Heritage Railway
On this day: Mallard breaks steam locomotive world speed record
On 3 July 1938, the A4 class locomotive Mallard raced down Stoke Bank at 126mph to set a new steam locomotive world speed record. That record still stands.
Read more Severn Valley Railway announces reopening from early August
Severn Valley Railway has announced it will reopen for passenger services from August 1 with a range of excursions aimed at bringing families together.
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North Norfolk Railway announces return to service
The North Norfolk Railway has announced they will be reopening from 8 July for steam train services on the popular Sheringham to Holt line.
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Swanage Railway to reopen with social-distancing measures
The Swanage Railway is to re-open with a special fundraising service protecting the health of passengers and staff.
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UK railway news roundup
The easing of lockdown measures across the country comes at a good time for Rail Charter Services, and HS2 is back in the news as the project’s minister responds to criticisms.
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WATCH: Swanage Railway surviving on a knife edge due to coronavirus
Volunteers at Swanage Railway have produced two fundraising videos which give a real insight into the devastating effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on the award-winning heritage railway.
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Which are Britain’s top 10 steam engines?
Which are Britain’s top 10 steam engines? Compare the history and performance of the 10 biggest working main line engines in roughly chronological order of the introduction of the class.
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Win a year-long subscription to Heritage Railway!
We’ve teamed up with Heritage Railway magazine to offer you the chance to win a 13 issue subscription – worth £45! You could have a copy of Heritage Railway landing on your doorstep every four weeks!
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Severn Valley Railway launches ‘Adopt-an-Engine’ as it opens online shop
The Severn Valley Railway has reopened its virtual doors with the launch of its online shop, featuring a range of gifts for railway enthusiasts of
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